Sacramento daily record-union. [volume] (Sacramento [Calif.]) 1875-1891, 1887-02-19
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M@leson tried to convince him that it was
the hand and heart of Maude Henderson
for which he was pleading, her comfortable
little fortune being matter about which
he was supremacy Indifferent. At the ex-
piration of the hour Major Henderson's
decision remained unchanged.
Save thousand pounds as proof of
your attachment to my niece, and l will
give my consent to your marriage with her.
Under no other circumstances will do
SOL This was the extent to which the
Major would commit himself.
Save thousand pounds, indeed Why
a million would be equally possible TO a
man of refined tastes with but paltry two
hundred a wear or so beside his pay.
Maude waylaid her lover outside the
library door. Very pretty she locked as
she listened TO dear Jacks angry protesta-
tions. her cheeks flushed and her brown
eyes filling with tears.
You will be true to roe, my darling ?n
pleaded the impecunious Lieutenant as his
arm stole around her waist and his tawny
mustache pressed her rosy lips.
True to him2 Indeed and indeed she
would be.
You know, dearest, you will be twenty
one in fortnight's time and your own
mistress. Ny sweet one will fly with her
poor LOVING Jack then-won't she?"
Yes"-rather obviously. 1t was hard
to put aside the prospect OF being followed
10 the altar by bevy of daintily-
bridesmaids, although she was so deeply in
love.
True, she would soon be of age, and con-
sequently her own mistress but what
would that fact avail her if she were miles
away from her lover? And such, indeed.
seemed likely to be the case; for her uncle
carried her off to a small village in North
Wales the day after Lieutenant Mapleson
had been told of his fate. OF course she
left q note behind for dearest Jack" tell
ing him the name of the village to which
they were going, and earnestly begging
him to do something" although she
could think OF nothing practical to suggest.
On the morning of her 21st birthday
Maude came down to breakfast looking
fresh, and even little happy. She had
honestly tried to be miserable for whole
fortnight, and had succeeded for two days.
With youth and health on ones side, it is
almost impossible to be thoroughly out of
spirits for any length of time, however
much one may be experiencing the truth
of the proverb about " true love, etc.
The landlady's bright-looking daughter
brought in the coffee and rolls. Mrs.
Evans, opposite, has let her front rooms,
Miss" she volunteered. A gentleman all
by himself came and took them last
night"
A gentleman, and alonel Maudes spirits
rose. did you happen to hear Mrs.
Evans say what her new ledger is like? l
suppose" added niughty, deceitful Maude,
he is an elderly gentleman"
Yes, Miss, quite. He's bit lame, walks
with stick, and has a long, gray beard.
His names Mr.. Browne
Maudes spirits fell again. At breakfast
however, she mentioned the new arrival TO
her uncle.
Major Henderson was beginning to find
North Wales a little dull, so he listened
rather readily, thinking that there might
perhaps be a prospect of having some one
with whom to smoke friendly. pipe.
In the course of the morning when the
uncle and niece were sitting in one of the
many beautiful glens in which the neigh
borhood abounds, Maud saw bent figure
approaching, walking with stick.
II think, uncle, that must be Mr.. Browne,
Mrs. Evans new lodger,n she said.
Her uncle looked up from his book.
"Out of health, should say was Major
Hendersons comment. he doesn't look
old enough to be so infirm.'
When the stranger came up to them he
paused and inquired the way to the Swat
low Falls.
Maude started That voice! Her uncle
however, merely make courteous reply.
Evidently his suspicious were not aroused.
Excuse me-" continued the stranger,
but have | not the pleasure OF addressing
one who is a neighbor for the time being?
] fancied | saw you come out OF Honey
suckle cottage this morning with your
daughter"
Yes, sir, you are right-at least my
niece and l are staying opposite to you"
Your niece?" and the stranger politely
raised his hat as he glanced at Maude
May l inquire if you have been making a
long stay in the neighborhood? 1t is the
first time have visited North Wales and
should be glad 10 know OF the principal
spots of interest in the immediate vicinity.
NY health is so shattered that | cannot un-
dertake long excursions"
This is the commencement of our third
week, F" replied the Major. Like yourself,
we have chosen rather to enjoy the scenery
within walking distance, in preference to
travelling about by rail or coach. My niece
has been little upset lately, so we came
here to recruit her health"
uuSDeO up IL
speak of the cruel blow which had been
dealt her as if it were a mere nothing
THE young lady is looking SO fresh and
charming that think she must already be
on the high road to recovery" This with
stiff old fashioned bow to Maude.
was about to say trusted / might derive
as much benefit from the change, only
fear that is too much to expect. age can
not hope to compete with youth
With your permission" suggested
Major Henderson, my niece and | will
accompany you to the Falls. They are
within a quarter of an hours walk from
here; and can give you few hints about
the neighborhood as we go along"
Mr.. Browne would only be too pleased.
Maude walked on by her uncle's side ex-
periencing q mixture of joy and alarm
She was so delighted TO hear that dear voice
aeain so fearful lest her lovers stratagen
should be discovered
Mr.. Browne noticed her agitation, and
was careful to divert Major Henderson
attention from his niece, in case her con
fusion should betray the secret. The trio
had to cross q stream by means OF stepping
stones The stranger offered to assist
Maude. Managing to keep his back to Major
Henderson Mr.. Browne, alias Lieutenant
Mapleson, tenderly pressed Maude's yield
ing hand and with a world of expression
in his blue eyes whispered: " Be careful
my darling, and all will yet be well witt
u.s."
The next morning Mr., Browne called OF
Major Henderson. II have just received
these and thought you would perhaps
like to look at them" he said, producing |
packet of periodicals.
Major Henderson was glad TO avail him
self of the offer, as current literature wa
rather difficult TO procure in SO out-of-the
way place.
After a little further conversation, Mr.
Browne was asked il he would care to joil
the uncle and niece in their morning ram
bic. Again he would be only too pleased
When the trio had gone some distance
Major Henderson, wishing 10 enjoy quie
balf-hour read, suggested that he shoult